1995 Lincoln Continental vs. 2001 Kia Visto
To start off, 2001 Kia Visto is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2001 Kia Visto. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 946 kg more than 2001 Kia Visto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Visto. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lincoln Continental | 2001 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Lincoln | Kia |
| Model | Continental | Visto |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2390 mm |
